2019 Amel 60 vs 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 — Comparison
2019 Amel 60
2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64
Specifications Side by Side
| Specification | 2019 Amel 60 | 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Manufacturer | Amel | Jeanneau |
| Year | 2019 | 2006–2010 |
| Type | Sloop | Sloop |
| Country | France | France |
| Designer | Olivier Racoupeau | Philippe Briand |
| Dimensions | ||
| LOA | 18.40 m (60.4 ft) | 19.50 m (64.0 ft) |
| LWL | 16.00 m (52.5 ft) | 17.20 m (56.4 ft) |
| Beam | 5.10 m (16.7 ft) | 5.30 m (17.4 ft) |
| Draft | 2.30 m (7.5 ft) | 2.65 m (8.7 ft) |
| Weight | ||
| Displacement | 25,000 kg (55,116 lbs) | 28,000 kg (61,729 lbs) |
| Ballast | 8,500 kg (18,739 lbs) | 9,800 kg (21,605 lbs) |
| Sailing | ||
| Sail Area | 150.0 m² (1,615 ft²) | 170.0 m² (1,830 ft²) |
| Hull Material | Fiberglass | Fiberglass/Carbon |
| Keel Type | Fin | Fin |
| Engine & Tanks | ||
| Engine | 150 HP | 160 HP |
| Fuel Capacity | 800 L (211.3 gal) | 600 L (158.5 gal) |
| Water Capacity | 1000 L (264.2 gal) | 900 L (237.8 gal) |
| Accommodation | ||
| Berths | 7 | 8 |
| Cabins | 3 | 4 |
Performance Comparison
Detailed Comparison
The 2019 Amel 60 and 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 represent two takes on sloop-rigged sailing. The 2019 Amel 60 is a modern design by Amel from France, while the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 is a 2000s offering from Jeanneau from France. The 2019 Amel 60 was penned by Olivier Racoupeau. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 was designed by Philippe Briand.
In terms of size, the 2019 Amel 60 measures 18.40m (60.4ft) overall with a beam of 5.10m, compared to the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 at 19.50m (64.0ft) with a 5.30m beam. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 is 1.10m longer than the 2019 Amel 60. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 displaces approximately 12% more than its counterpart, which significantly affects how each boat handles in different sea states.
Looking at performance, the 2019 Amel 60 has good sail power for versatile performance with an SA/D ratio of 17.82 and 150.0 m² of sail area. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64, with an SA/D of 18.72 and 170.0 m² of canvas, offers good sail power for versatile performance. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 has the edge in terms of raw sailing performance.
For comfort and safety, the 2019 Amel 60 offers a firm, racing-oriented motion (comfort ratio: 15.7) and excellent capsize resistance suitable for offshore voyaging (capsize ratio: 0.70). The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 has a comfort ratio of 14.6 and a capsize screening value of 0.70. The ballast ratios are 34.0% for the 2019 Amel 60 and 35.0% for the 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64, reflecting their respective approaches to stability.
Below deck, the 2019 Amel 60 provides 7 berths in 3 cabins with 1000L of water capacity and 800L of fuel. The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 offers 8 berths in 4 cabins with 900L water and 600L fuel capacity.
Verdict
For cruising: The 2019 Amel 60 is the better choice for comfortable cruising thanks to its higher comfort ratio, offering a gentler motion at sea that crews will appreciate on longer passages.
For racing: The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 has the performance advantage with its superior SA/D ratio, meaning more sail power relative to its displacement for competitive sailing.
For liveaboard: The 2006 Jeanneau Yachts 64 offers more sleeping accommodation, making it better suited for extended living aboard. Consider water and fuel capacity for extended stays away from marinas.